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A Catholic Series
on the Saints
In his Letter to the Hebrews, the sacred author declares that the faithful are surrounded by a “cloud of witnesses” (Hebrews 12:1). This “cloud” is the communion of saints, our elder brothers and sisters who assist and guide us to Christ.
The Cloud of Witnesses series offers an in-depth look at the lives of six saints. Michael Lewandowski will present on their lives and their miracles after they joined their heavenly Father. This opportunity seeks to inspire us to persevere and strive to be holy. Each Thursday evening will include an optional potluck from 6 to 7 p.m. in the Social Hall; dinner themes will center around the saint’s ethnicity. Michael’s presentation will run from 7 to 8:15 p.m., and dessert will be served during small- and large-group
discussion about the featured saint from 8:15 to 9 p.m.
The first session on St. Maximilian Kolbe will be held on Thursday, October 27. Click the link to sign up for the optional Polish potluck.
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Memorial Crosses
The SSPP Respect Life Group will organize the annual memorial display of white crosses as a visual reminder of the number of abortions since the 1973 Roe v. Wade Supreme Court decision legalizing abortion. The crosses are a poignant reminder of abortion’s toll on this country and its people. If you can assist on Friday, September 30th at 3 p.m., please contact Jane Fonner at
janecfonner@comcast.net
or (630) 851-8433.
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Take a Stand for Life
The Aurora 40 Days for Life prayer vigil is a part of an international effort to end the tragedy of abortion through prayer, fasting and public witness. Every day and night from September 26 to November 6, people will gather outside of Planned Parenthood in Aurora to peacefully pray for all who are affected by abortion.
Our Saints Peter and Paul Parish is committed to cover Friday, October 14th. We are scheduled to have a presence there from 7 a.m. to 7 p.m. Thank you for your witness to life. See 40daysforlife.com/aurora for details about signing up for our parish vigil or call or email Jane Fonner with any questions.
(630 851-8433), janecfonner@comcast.net
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Life Chain 2022
Life Chain is a peaceful and prayerful public witness of pro-life individuals standing while praying for our nation and for an end to abortion. It is a visual statement of solidarity by the Christian community that abortion kills children and that the Church supports the sanctity of human life from the moment of conception until natural death.
On Respect Life Sunday, Oct.2, the Life Chain will take place from 2 to 3 p.m.
NAPERVILLE – Ogden Ave. at Washington. Contact: Noelle Gollinger (847) 217-5089
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The month of October is dedicated to the Holy Rosary. You are invited to join us outside the Jr. High School at the Mother Mary Statue every Monday during this holy month of October at 1:45 p.m. Deacon Joe will lead us in the pro-life Rosary prayers. Please join us!
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For the first time in many years, Saints Peter and Paul is offering a Service Day on October 22. The day brings together the entire Saints Peter and Paul parish with local organizations across Naperville to serve people in our community. The goal is to strengthen our parish community and serve as the body of Christ to individuals, organizations, and facilities in our greater community.
There is a minimum time commitment that varies based on service site assignment; please indicate scheduling challenges on the registration link below. Site captains will reach out to participants with assignment details, which could include a request to bring tools/supplies. Children and teens are welcome with supervising parents; please bring service hour forms if needed. All volunteers are encouraged to bring food donations for West Suburban Food Pantry.
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Click event links for more details
THURSDAY, SEPTEMBER 29
SATURDAY, OCTOBER 1
SUNDAY, OCTOBER 2
MONDAY, OCTOBER 3
TUESDAY, OCTOBER 4
WEDNESDAY, OCTOBER 5
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Rosary and Divine Mercy
Chaplet for Life
Every Monday at 2 p.m. parishioners, clergy from our parish, and a few parishioners from other parishes pray a rosary and a Divine Mercy Chaplet at Planned Parenthood for approximately a half an hour witnessing for life. This witness began with the inception of Planned Parenthood in Aurora and occurs every week no matter what the weather. All parishioners are welcome to put their faith in action. For more information, please contact Deacon Joe Verdico at 630-718-2155.
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Reverend Sir Ryan Adorjan, KHS, is shown wearing a mozzetta with the Order’s insignia: a red and gold-trimmed Jerusalem cross, inset with four small Greek crosses, together representing the five wounds of Christ. | |
Equestrian Order of the Holy Sepulchre of Jerusalem
Congratulations to Fr. Ryan Adorjan for his recent induction into the Equestrian Order of the Holy Sepulchre of Jerusalem at Holy Name Cathedral in Chicago. Joining the Order means making a lifetime commitment to witness to the faith, practice Christian life, and carry forward charitable works for the moral and material support of the Christian communities of the Holy Land.
The Equestrian Order of the Holy Sepulcher is one of the oldest chivalric orders in the world. Founded before the crusades in the 12th century, the order’s knights and dames have served to protect pilgrims on their way to the Holy Land, in particular the Church of the Holy Sepulchre, which is built over the sites of both the crucifixion and tomb of Jesus of Nazareth. Soon after, a group of priests known as the Canons of the Holy Sepulcher was founded to tend to the spiritual needs of the knights, dames, and Christian faithful making pilgrimage to the Holy Land.
Today the Order is under the Protection of the Vatican, and members are admitted only with the approval of the Holy See both as an honor that recognizes distinguished service in the Church and as a pledge to carry out the Order’s spiritual and financial stewardship for the Church in the Holy Land.
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This series about the the symbolism and meaning in the artwork of the church sanctuary is from a 2003 publication authored by former parishioner John Saxtan: The Stained Glass Windows and Other Decorations of Ss. Peter & Paul.
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WINDOWS IN THE NARTHEX
Virgin Mary Panels
Location Above the three sets of west-facing entry doors
Look for St. Peter, St. Paul, Jesus
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Southwest Entrance
The left panel (as you stand in the lobby or vestibule facing the doors) has a picture of a tower and the inscription "Turris Davidica" (Tower of David). This is a reference to the House of David, of which Joseph was a member, and Mary, by marrying Joseph, was then also of the House of David. Jesus, by Joseph's adoption of him, was also of the House of David. This is a reference to God's promise to David (see 2 Samuel 7:11b–16 and Isaiah 7:14) that one of his House would be raised to greatness and is the basis for the expectation that the Messiah would be of the House of David.
Jesus' lineage and connection to the House of David was important to "proving" the fulfillment of this promise. In Matthew, the genealogy of Jesus starts with Abraham and ends with Jacob, the father of Joseph, the husband of Mary. Of her was born Jesus who is called the Messiah (1:1–16).
In the middle panel there are palm fronds centered with a crown and the inscription reads "Regina Martyrum" (Queen of Martyrs), a reference that Mary, as the first witness of the faith, is the queen of all those who were martyred for their faith. The crown is a symbol of Mary as Queen of Heaven and the palms are a symbol of martyrdom and triumph of life over death.
The right panel displays different types of flowers in a box with the inscription "Mater Castissima" ("Mater" is mother and "Castissima" can be translated as chaste, spotless, or morally pure). Lily of the Valley, roses, marigolds, and daisies are all symbols of Mary.
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West Central Entrance
The left panel shows a harp with wings and the inscription "Causa Nostrae Laetitiae" (Cause of Our Joy). The harp represents singing praises to God and is also a symbol of David who played the harp. The wings indicate a divine mission or prayers being lifted up to God.
The center panel has two cherubs over it and shows a chalice, decorated with an angel's head, having a host rising from it. The inscription "Vas Honorabile" (Honorable Vessel or Respectful Vessel) is a reference to Mary being the vessel from which Jesus was born. The host and chalice refer to Christ's presence in the Eucharist and thus are, in that respect, also "Honorable Vessels."
The right panel shows a metal hand mirror, such as may have been used in ancient times. The inscription "Speculum Justitiae" (Mirror of Justice) signifies that Mary reflected Jesus teachings and his righteousness. "Speculum" specifically means a metal, rather than a glass, mirror.
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Northwest Entrance
The left panel shows a bowl of lilies and has the inscription "Mater Purissima" (Mother Most Pure or Purest Mother). The white lilies are a traditional symbol of Mary's purity and chastity.
The central panel bears the inscription "Ave Maris Stella" (Hail Star of the Sea), which is a reference to Mary as a guiding star, such as navigators use to guide them across the seas. Mary's name in Hebrew, "Miriam," also means star, so there is a little play on words here as well. Pictured are a red compass rose, which is a symbol of the spreading of the faith, an ordinary compass, symbol of guidance, and a crossed anchor and oar. The oar is another symbol of guidance and the anchor is a traditional symbol of the virtue of hope. Note that the anchor has a cross-shaped top to it, a symbol of the cross and Christ.
The right panel has a crescent moon with 12 stars above it, five are gold and seven are blue. Gold is a symbol of the light of God and blue is a symbol of heaven. The inscription reads "Mater Amabilis" (Mother Worthy of Love). The crescent moon and stars are a traditional symbol of Mary, taken from Revelation
(12:1).
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Parishioner Tom Lupinacci provides a video introduction to the weekly "Did You Know?"
series on the parish YouTube channel:
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